Sr. Manufacturing Mechanical Engineer

Do you have a strong work ethic and the desire to join an organization that invests in its people through cross-training and development? Clark Dietrich fosters a work-life balance and offers competitive compensation and benefits. Join the Clark Dietrich team by applying to the Senior Manufacturing Mechanical Engineer position at our one following locations in GA, MD, FL, CT, MO, IL, OK, OH, TX.

SUMMARY: The Senior Mechanical Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for the design, installation, commissioning, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of manufacturing equipment, machinery, and production processes, with a particular emphasis on metal-forming operations.
This position combines office-based engineering and AutoCAD drafting with hands‑on fieldwork in manufacturing facilities and on production shop floors. Responsibilities include developing facility layouts, machine components, and equipment drawings; designing and troubleshooting hydraulic and pneumatic systems; supporting metal-forming equipment and processes; installing and starting up machinery; and investigating and resolving production issues.
The successful candidate will possess strong mechanical engineering fundamentals, practical knowledge of industrial machinery, and the ability to independently diagnose problems and implement effective solutions. This individual will work closely with manufacturing, maintenance, operations, contractors, equipment suppliers, and customers to improve equipment reliability, production efficiency, product quality, and workplace safety.

This role requires a hands‑on engineering professional capable of taking projects from initial design through installation and successful production startup.
Travel may account for up to 75% of working time, depending on project requirements.

• Create, modify, and maintain mechanical drawings using AutoCAD.
• Develop facility layouts, manufacturing floor plans, equipment layouts, and production line configurations.
• Design and detail machine components, mechanical assemblies, equipment modifications, and supporting structures.
• Develop equipment installation drawings, fabrication drawings, assembly details, and engineering documentation.
• Design and modify mechanical systems and equipment used in industrial manufacturing and metal‑forming operations.
• Conduct field measurements and site assessments to support accurate drawings, equipment designs, and installations.
• Evaluate existing machinery and facilities to identify opportunities for improved functionality, safety, reliability, and maintainability.
• Review designs for manufacturability, serviceability, accessibility, and compatibility with existing equipment.
• Maintain accurate engineering drawings, revision records, and equipment documentation.

• Design, modify, and troubleshoot industrial hydraulic and pneumatic systems used in manufacturing machinery and metal‑forming equipment.
• Develop and interpret hydraulic and pneumatic schematics, circuit diagrams, and equipment layouts.
• Select and specify appropriate pumps, motors, cylinders, valves, actuators, regulators, filters, hoses, piping, fittings, and related system components.
• Evaluate system operating pressures, flow rates, force requirements, cycle times, and component sizing to ensure proper equipment performance.
• Diagnose hydraulic and pneumatic problems, including pressure loss, leakage, overheating, inconsistent motion, slow cycle times, inadequate force, and component failures.
• Investigate root causes of system malfunctions and implement corrective actions to restore performance and prevent recurrence.
• Optimize hydraulic and pneumatic circuits for reliability, efficiency,…